Program Coordinator, Bureau of Communicable Diseases

New York City, NY-posted 4 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Remote • Queens, NY
5,001-10,000 employees
Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
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The Division of Disease Control's mission is to safeguard the health of New Yorkers through identification, surveillance, treatment, control, and prevention of infectious diseases, which is achieved through varied and interrelated endeavors of its seven Bureaus. The Bureau of Communicable Disease (BCD) monitors and analyzes trends in disease data and provides consultation to the medical community and the public on the recognition, prevention, and control of communicable diseases. BCD is responsible for the surveillance, prevention, and control of over 70 infectious diseases including foodborne, enteric, waterborne, respiratory (including COVID-19), zoonotic, and vector-borne diseases. Position Summary: Reporting to the Supervisor and working with the Community Engagement and Health Education (COHE) Unit which provides health educational materials and outreach to the community to support them in reducing the risk of disease transmission of infectious diseases or conditions. The unit works closely with BCD units, various partners across the Health Department and other city agencies to respond to infectious disease issues promptly and effectively. The program coordinator will lead planning of all outreach and health education activities, tracking and reporting program metrics and production, development and maintenance of health education materials.

  • Manage health education priorities within the bureau to plan, coordinate and monitor community outreach initiatives related to infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, flu, RSV, malaria, hepatitis A, legionella and others.
  • Organize and facilitate outreach initiatives within the community to address disparities in health access and information, focusing on underserved populations.
  • Assist in the monitoring and maintaining of critical health educational materials, inventory control and ordering processes for health education materials such as side decks, training activities, handouts, lesson plans and resources to support community outreach and ensure they incorporate a racial equity lens.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues within DOHMH, and external partners, to align and enhance health education initiatives.
  • Track and evaluate outreach and education data to prepare comprehensive reports highlighting the impact of community outreach programs on health equity and infectious disease control.
  • Attend and present at meetings with internal and external stakeholders to support Community Engagement and Health Education activities.
  • Support seasonal staff and interns during peak outbreak activities.
  • Participate in the Incident Command System to support emergency response activities as needed.
  • Work on special projects as needed.
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
  • High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
  • Education and/or experience which is equivalent to '1' or '2' above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in '1' above.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with diverse populations in a culturally competent manner.
  • Community engagement, outreach, and communication experience.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Works, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
  • Strong Organizational and time management skills.
  • Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance.
  • A premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
  • Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund.
  • A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
  • A tax-deferred savings program.
  • A robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
  • Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
  • Job security compared to private sector employment.
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